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Chapter 3 — What is creative thinking and how can it be applied effectively in pragmatic situations?
Creative thinking is the ability to come up with new and original ideas or to think about familiar ideas in new and innovative ways. It involves breaking out of established patterns of thought and approaching problems or challenges in a flexible and open-minded way.
Creative thinking can be a valuable skill in a wide range of situations, both personal and professional. Some ways in which creative thinking can be applied effectively include:
- Generating new ideas: Creative thinking can be used to come up with novel solutions to problems or to generate new ideas for products, services, or projects.
- Improving existing ideas: Creative thinking can also be used to improve upon or optimize existing ideas or processes by considering them from different angles or looking for ways to combine them in new ways.
- Solving problems: Creative thinking can be a valuable tool for finding solutions to difficult problems, particularly when traditional approaches have not been successful.
- Communicating ideas: Creative thinking can also help with developing effective ways to communicate and present ideas, whether through written or oral communication or through visual or other mediums.
To apply creative thinking effectively in pragmatic situations, it can be helpful to set aside preconceptions and assumptions, and to approach problems with an open mind. It can also be helpful to use techniques such as brainstorming or lateral thinking to generate multiple ideas and to consider a wide range of possibilities. It is important to remember that creative thinking is a process, and that it may take time and effort to come up with truly innovative ideas or solutions.
READ: Chapter 4 — Thinking is a conversation with the past in consideration of the future
